Overview
HOFMANSGAVE RENSEANLAEG is a wastewater treatment plant serving Otterup, Denmark, with a population of 1,911. It is located near the coast and has a designed capacity of 1.00.
HOFMANSGAVE RENSEANLAEG is a wastewater treatment plant located in Otterup, on the island of Funen in Denmark. It serves a population of approximately 1,911 people, making it a small-scale municipal facility. The plant is situated near the coast, within 50 km of the sea, which influences its discharge considerations. As a Danish plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment for agglomerations of this size. Danish regulations typically mandate nutrient removal for plants discharging into sensitive coastal areas, which may apply here given the proximity to the sea. The plant's treated effluent likely discharges into local watercourses that drain into the Kattegat or the Baltic Sea, contributing to the overall water quality of the region. The coastal environment is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse marine life and important fisheries. Proper treatment helps protect these downstream ecosystems from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.
Environmental context
The plant is located on the island of Funen, with its treated effluent likely flowing into local streams that drain into the Kattegat, a strait between Denmark and Sweden. The Kattegat is a productive marine area that supports diverse aquatic life, including fish and seabirds. The coastal waters are sensitive to nutrient inputs, which can lead to eutrophication and algal blooms. Effective wastewater treatment is crucial to maintain the ecological balance of this marine environment.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located at 19, Halshusene, Hals Huse, Otterup, Nordfyns Kommune, 5450, Denmark, on the island of Funen.
The plant serves approximately 1,911 people, classifying it as a small agglomeration under EU definitions.
The treated effluent is likely discharged into local watercourses that drain into the Kattegat, a coastal marine area.
As a Danish plant, it operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which sets treatment standards based on population size and receiving water sensitivity.
Under the EU directive, plants serving between 2,000 and 10,000 population equivalent typically require secondary treatment. For smaller agglomerations, appropriate treatment is required to meet environmental objectives.
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